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1045 BCE
Zhou Dynasty
Gold, jade, and silk were traded during this time period. Many states during this period also used the Silk Road as a guide. This time period however ended in 221BC. -
220 BCE
Tang Dynasty
At first the Silk Road wasn't opened but then the Tang conquered the Turkish tribes and reopened it. -
206 BCE
Han Empire
It was their treasure so they protected it from others to use it. So, they made allies with others places. As they were making allies they discovered new places and the Silk Road became a bigger deal than ever. -
960
Song Empire
The Song also wanted the Silk Road to be available to them so they thought if they claimed the power of Western Xia they could get it. In the end when they went to go conquer, they lost the battle. They didn't end up winning but they did want to use the Silk Road. -
1271
Yuan Dynasty
This time was when Silk Road reached its peak. People such as Marco Polo also discovered what it was. -
The New Silk Road
Although, it did end people are reviving the thing right now. They notice the benfits and is trying to revive it.
